The Certified Dental Assistant Program prepares learners to become skilled, confident dental professionals capable of supporting dentists in today’s fast‑paced dental practices. This comprehensive program combines healthcare fundamentals, clinical dentistry, radiographic imaging, infection control, and patient care with professional communication and administrative skills. Graduates are prepared to pursue certification through the Dental Assisting National Board (DANB) and enter a rewarding career at the center of oral healthcare delivery.
Module 1: Healthcare Fundamentals
Module 2: Communication in Healthcare
Module 3: Medical Documentation and Record-Keeping: HIPAA
Module 4: OSHA Infection Control Compliance
Module 5: Medical Terminology
Module 6: Anatomy and Physiology
Module 7: Infection Prevention and Safety
Module 8: Radiographic Imaging
Module 9: Dental Professional and Sciences
Module 10: Patient Information and Administration
Module 11: Clinical Dentistry and Assisting
Upon successful completion of the program, learners will be able to:
Apply healthcare and dental industry standards in clinical and administrative settings
Communicate professionally with patients, dentists, and dental teams
Maintain accurate medical and dental records in compliance with HIPAA
Apply OSHA infection control and safety protocols in dental environments
Use medical and dental terminology correctly in clinical practice
Demonstrate foundational knowledge of anatomy and physiology
Support infection prevention and patient safety procedures
Assist with radiographic imaging and dental diagnostics
Prepare patients and treatment areas for dental procedures
Perform chairside dental assisting duties under supervision
Manage patient information, scheduling, and clinical workflows
DANB Certified Dental Assistant (CDA) Certification
The DANB Certified Dental Assistant (CDA) credential is earned by passing three component exams:
General Chairside Assisting (GC)
Radiation Health and Safety (RHS)
Infection Control (ICE)
✅ These exams are included in your program tuition.
Certification Eligibility Requirements
To qualify for the CDA certification, candidates must meet all of the following:
High school diploma or equivalent, and
At least 3,500 hours of approved dental assisting work experience, and
Current hands‑on CPR, BLS, or ACLS certification from a DANB‑accepted provider
Alternative Pathway: NELDA Certification
Students who do not meet the CDA eligibility requirements may pursue the National Entry‑Level Dental Assistant (NELDA) certification.
The NELDA credential consists of the following three component exams:
Anatomy, Morphology, and Physiology (AMP)
Infection Control (ICE)
Radiation Health and Safety (RHS)
This course provides students with qualified support professionals to guide them through their learning experience. The student support team is available to answer any questions a learner may have including questions on course content, course material, certifications, and registration or enrollment questions. Support advisers also monitor the progress of learners to ensure training retention and program advancement.